Shakira: A Biography

Shakira: A Biography
Author: Debbie Jabbour
Publisher: Hyperink Inc
Total Pages: 29
Release: 2012-05-17
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1614643180

With more than 60 million records sold around the world - and nearly 10 million in the U.S. - and her reign as the only artist from South America to have a number one song in the U.S., Shakira is an international pop star who continues to bring a new flavor to the music scene while helping those in need in her homeland, as well as around the world. Shakira, who was born Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll in Barranquilla, Colombia on February 2, 1977, has been singing and performing on the international stage since 1990. Shakira first started her career in Colombia, where she successfully built her reputation. It wasn't until 2001 when she first broke through the international music scene with her English single, "Wherever, Whenever." Since then she has inspired fans around the world and today, continues to live her life as a leading Latin pop princess. Fans love her ability to bring international flavors to her songs and performances while maintaining an approachable personality, which comes through on her personal posts for her fans as well as in her media interviews.

Biography Shakira

Biography Shakira
Author: Katherine Krohn
Publisher: Twenty-First Century Books
Total Pages: 116
Release: 2007-10-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0822571595

Examines the life of the popular Colombian singer, songwriter, musician, and philanthropist.

Shakira

Shakira
Author: Ximena Diego
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 145
Release: 2002-01-10
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 0743216687

Hace años que los entendidos venían pronosticando el exitoso crossover de Shakira. La cantante firmó su primer contrato discográfico a los trece años, grabó su segundo álbum a los quince y actuó en una telenovela popular en su Colombia natal. Tenía solamente diecinueve años cuando su tercer álbum, Pies descalzos, la convirtió en la artista de mayor venta en Latinoamérica. Si bien su siguiente álbum, Dónde están los ladrones?, ganó ocho discos de platino en Estados Unidos, no fue hasta su actuación electrizante en la primera entrega de los Premios Grammy Latinos que llamó la atención de todo el país. Aunque el éxito le llegó a una edad tan temprana, a los veinticuatro años Shakira tiene los pies firmes sobre la tierra y rechaza los estereotipos que rodean a las estrellas de rock. Ella es una católica devota, vive con sus padres y cuando no está grabando o de gira prefiere pasar el tiempo con su familia. Esta rockera es una de las pocas estrellas que combinan talento, carisma y sensibilidad, y que además saben muy bien lo que quieren. Para la cantante más fascinante de América Latina desde Ricky Martin, las posibilidades son ilimitadas. Para los millones de personas que ya compran sus discos, Shakira representa la voz de la nueva generación.

Shakira

Shakira
Author: Holly Day
Publisher: Lucent Press
Total Pages: 110
Release: 2007
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781590189740

An introduction to the life and career of the singer Shakira.

I Never Knew My Yes Would Cause Me So Much Pain

I Never Knew My Yes Would Cause Me So Much Pain
Author: Shakira McFadden
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2021-08-28
Genre:
ISBN: 9781737491170

My yes had a cost before and after receiving him in my life. I thought I was cursed at some point because it was really difficult being "me." I had been through enough hell and surely kept up enough hell to know that it was time to try to do life right. I had mastered the street life, hood life, and a few other things that I will share later in this book, but I was tired. For once in my life, I was really ready and confident to sell out against everything I once knew for a new mind and a new lifestyle. I didn't understand the struggle I had to endure, the hatred I had to face, the betrayal I would experience, and all the internal battles I went through that nobody knew about but me. I was under attack from the moment I was conceived, and although God had a plan for my life, so did the enemy. God wanted to lead me into an abundant life, but the Satan wanted me to live a life less than I deserved. He was intimidated by me before I could even walk or talk. However, what I thought was happening against me, God was preparing to use it for me. My yes had a cost before and after receiving him in my life. I thought I was cursed at some point because it was really difficult being "me." I had been through enough hell and surely kept up enough hell to know that it was time to try to do life right. I had mastered the street life, hood life, and a few other things that I will share later in this book, but I was tired. For once in my life, I was really ready and confident to sell out against everything I once knew for a new mind and a new lifestyle.

Beyoncégraphica

Beyoncégraphica
Author: Chris Roberts
Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA
Total Pages: 283
Release: 2017-09-12
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1781317399

An easy-to-read biography of “the most important and compelling popular musician of the twenty-first century,” includes infographics and photos (TheNew Yorker). Beyoncé needs no introduction. Singer, artist, activist and icon, she is worshiped by her many fans around the word. This stunning graphic biography tells the story of how a young singer from Texas transformed into a global superstar, celebrating the highlights and successes of her career through stunning new graphics, photographs and illustrations. Representing so much more than the pop industry, through philanthropy, politics and campaigning, Beyoncé has broken the mould of what it means to be a superstar—and that star just continues to rise. From costume changes to record sales, her impressive vocal range to her work off-stage, this original bio-graphic book charts the success of the icon who came to dominate the charts, our screens and even our wardrobes. An absolute must for any “Beehive” members and Beyoncé fans.

Unfamous [Dual Edition

Unfamous [Dual Edition
Author: Scotty Unfamous
Publisher: Quirky Culture
Total Pages: 450
Release: 2013-11-15
Genre:
ISBN: 9781628905533

Unfamous is a fictionalromantic drama series about love, lust lies and London's urban elite.

American Rebel

American Rebel
Author: Marc Eliot
Publisher: Crown Archetype
Total Pages: 417
Release: 2009-10-06
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 0307462498

In American Rebel, bestselling author and acclaimed film historian Marc Eliot examines the ever-exciting, often-tumultuous arc of Clint Eastwood's life and career. As a Hollywood icon, Clint Eastwood--one of film's greatest living legends--represents some of the finest cinematic achievements in the history of American cinema. Eliot writes with unflinching candor about Eastwood's highs and lows, his artistic successes and failures, and the fascinating, complex relationship between his life and his craft. Eliot's prodigious research reveals how a college dropout and unambitious playboy rose to fame as Hollywood's "sexy rebel," eventually and against all odds becoming a star in the Academy pantheon as a multiple Oscar winner. Spanning decades, American Rebel covers the best of Eastwood's oeuvre, films that have fast become American classics: Fistful of Dollars, Dirty Harry, Unforgiven, Mystic River, Million Dollar Baby, and Gran Torino. Filled with remarkable insights into Eastwood's personal life and public work, American Rebel is highly entertaining and the most complete biography of one of Hollywood's truly respected and beloved stars–-an actor who, despite being the Man with No Name, has left his indelible mark on the world of motion pictures.

Allies

Allies
Author: Shakirah Bourne
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 266
Release: 2021-09-14
Genre: Young Adult Nonfiction
ISBN: 0744056004

This book is for everyone. Because we can all be allies. As an ally, you use your power—no matter how big or small—to support others. You learn, and try, and mess up, and try harder. In this collection of true stories, 17 critically acclaimed and bestselling YA authors get real about being an ally, needing an ally, and showing up for friends and strangers. From raw stories of racism and invisible disability to powerful moments of passing the mic, these authors share their truths. They invite you to think about your own experiences and choices and how to be a better ally. There are no easy answers, but this book helps you ask better questions. Self-reflection prompts, resources, journaling ideas, and further reading suggestions help you find out what you can do. Because we’re all in this together. And we all need allies. A portion of the proceeds from this book goes to supporting charities.

Fragile

Fragile
Author: Howard Buffett
Publisher: National Geographic
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2009-12-08
Genre: Humanitarianism
ISBN: 9781426206177

An illustrated examination of the challenges of life for some four billion people on our planet, offered by the author/photographer in an effort to effect change through knowledge and awareness.